Principal Reliability Engineer Jobs

Discover Principal Reliability Engineer opportunities on Ladders, a destination for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Principal Reliability Engineers guide the strategies and technical practices that help organizations build dependable products, systems, and operations. Explore senior-level roles where you can shape reliability programs, solve complex engineering challenges, and influence decisions across teams.

What Does a Principal Reliability Engineer Do?

Principal Reliability Engineers lead efforts to improve the availability, safety, durability, and performance of products or systems. Depending on the industry, they may analyze failure data, assess technical risks, develop reliability models, guide testing and validation, and recommend design or process changes. They often serve as senior technical authorities, partnering with engineering, operations, quality, and leadership teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive engineering experience and a track record of leading complex reliability initiatives. Relevant strengths may include failure-mode analysis, root-cause investigation, reliability statistics, systems engineering, risk assessment, test planning, and clear technical communication. Requirements vary by employer and industry; some positions may also call for specialized tools, standards, or experience with regulated environments.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Principal Reliability Engineer roles can be found across sectors such as aerospace, energy, manufacturing, medical technology, telecommunications, and software or cloud services. The work may focus on physical assets and products, mission-critical infrastructure, or distributed systems. Browse openings to find positions that match your technical background, preferred industry, and career goals.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and identify positions where your reliability expertise can have a broad impact.

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$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in RF test engineering by developing automated solutions for high-performance microelectronic devices. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless transition from development to produ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $235K *

Engineer innovative semiconductor solutions by leading product development efforts, collaborating with experts to define requirements, analyze yields, and ensure mission-critical applications meet str...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$238K - $322K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI in security. Lead the technical vision for LLMs and agentic systems, driving innovation and mentoring talent while optimizing performance across multiple pr...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $161K *

Deliver technical leadership in manufacturing, driving new product readiness, process improvements, and technology development. Collaborate across teams to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective pr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $149K *

Lead the charge in spacecraft integration and testing, ensuring robust development and deployment of flight systems. Collaborate with teams to define requirements and execute comprehensive test plans...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of testing technology by developing a robust software platform that integrates hardware and automates testing processes, enabling engineers to efficiently validate reactor components...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $255K *

Unlock the potential of scalable cloud environments by leading a skilled team of Site Reliability Engineers, driving the implementation of industry best practices, and partnering across functions to e...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $252K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space technology by developing cutting-edge avionics hardware. Collaborate across disciplines to drive electrical hardware projects from concept to production...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $209K *

Engage your skills to build backend services for GPU data centers, enhancing AI and high-performance computing. Join a dynamic team to develop reliable software solutions that streamline hardware onbo...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Engineer scalable, resilient distributed systems. Optimize performance, implement fault tolerance, and ensure compliance while collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency and security...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Transform distributed systems by designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable components. Enhance service reliability and performance through advanced testing, automation, and security practices w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Innovate scalable, resilient distributed systems by designing, implementing, and optimizing components. Collaborate on fault-tolerant solutions, enhance performance, and ensure compliance while proact...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Elevate your career by designing and optimizing high-performance GPU systems for AI/ML workloads. Collaborate on innovative solutions that enhance scalability and resilience in distributed environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Join a dynamic team to design and build scalable cloud solutions, enhancing high-availability systems. Collaborate across teams to innovate and improve customer experiences while tackling complex chal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable engineering compute and design-data-management solutions. Collaborate with global teams to enhance semiconductor design environments, ensuring robust infrastruct...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Partner with us to lead the development of scalable engineering compute and design-data-management solutions, enhancing collaboration across global semiconductor design teams while optimizing infrastr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $110K *

Transform production efficiency as a development engineer, collaborating across teams to enhance processes, implement new technologies, and ensure quality in manufacturing. Drive continuous improvemen...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by designing and operating high-performance computing infrastructure for EDA workloads across hybrid cloud environments, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and optimizing storage solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's establishing a quality management system for a new manufacturing facility. Drive ISO certification readiness, enhance product quality and collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform product development through customer engagement, leading cross-functional teams and technical initiatives. Drive innovation and enhance reliability by managing the full lifecycle of complex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive product development by collaborating with customers and R&D teams, managing full lifecycle activities from requirements to deployment while ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfactio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $154K *

Lead mechanical engineering projects focused on sustainable HVAC and energy solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative designs while managing project scope, budgets, and...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion your career by leading signal integrity initiatives, managing test boards, and collaborating with customers and teams to deliver high-performance solutions for high-speed interconnect product...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

Optimize project outcomes by providing senior technical direction in piping engineering. Lead evaluations, ensure compliance with industry codes, and coordinate multidisciplinary efforts to deliver hi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career as a Senior Engineer, leading geotechnical projects, mentoring talent, and driving excellence in a collaborative environment. Shape the future while managing client expectations an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Principal Reliability Engineer do?question toggle

    A Principal Reliability Engineer leads technical work to improve the dependability, safety, availability, and performance of products or systems. Responsibilities may include risk analysis, failure investigation, reliability modeling, testing strategy, and cross-functional technical guidance.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Principal Reliability Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial engineering experience, expertise in reliability methods, and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives. Specific requirements vary by role and may include industry-specific standards, tools, or credentials.

  • Which industries hire Principal Reliability Engineers?question toggle

    Common employers operate in aerospace, energy, manufacturing, medical technology, telecommunications, and software or cloud services, among other sectors.

  • How can I find Principal Reliability Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Principal Reliability Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more and review opportunities suited to your experience.